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Bowl of creamy chicken poblano soup topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sliced jalapeños, and fresh cilantro leaves, with a spoon in the soup, styled for a cozy homemade meal.

Creamy Chicken Poblano Soup

A rich and velvety soup with tender chicken, sweet corn, and smoky roasted poblano peppers for a cozy, flavorful meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 477
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 poblano peppers roasted and chopped (for smoky flavor)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 28 g, for sautéing
  • 1 cup diced onions 160 g, for aromatics
  • 3 cloves garlic minced (for flavor)
  • 2 ½ cups chicken stock 592 ml, for base liquid
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened (227 g, for creaminess)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste (for seasoning)
  • 2 cups shredded cooked chicken 280 g, for protein
  • 1 ¼ cups frozen corn 206 g, for sweetness and texture
  • 1 ½ cups freshly grated Colby jack cheese 198 g, for richness and finishing

Method
 

  1. Char the poblano peppers directly over a gas flame or under a broiler until the skin is blackened on all sides.
  2. Place the roasted peppers in a bowl and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Let steam for 30 minutes, then peel, deseed, and chop.
  3. In a Dutch oven or medium saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced onions and minced garlic and cook for 3–5 minutes until translucent.
  4. Add the chopped roasted poblanos and cook for another 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Stir in chicken stock, cream cheese, salt, and black pepper. Cook until the cream cheese has nearly melted.
  6. Use an immersion blender to puree the mixture until smooth.
  7. Add shredded chicken and frozen corn to the soup. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  8. Stir in the grated Colby jack cheese until melted and smooth.
  9. Serve warm, optionally garnished with extra cheese or chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 477kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 19gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 750mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This soup is smoky, creamy, and full of flavor—perfect for chilly nights. The roasted poblanos give just the right touch of heat while the cheese adds comforting richness.

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